A SONG written in memory of Kilmarnock schoolboy Evan Mohammed has topped the local charts.

Shining Star, written and performed by local band One Last Secret, raced to the number one spot in the Kilmarnock charts after its release last week – beating the likes of David Guetta and Jessie J.

A plaque with the lyrics of the touching acoustic tribute was presented by the band to Evan’s mum, Sheree.

The gesture is just one of many made in recent weeks to support 34-year-old Sheree and her four other children in the aftermath of nine-year- old Evan’s tragic death in a fire at their home in Altonhill on December 27.

On Saturday just past, a fundraiser at The Granary in Kilmarnock raised almost £1700 for the family. One hundred and seventy pounds of this will be given to the Vanessa Riddle appeal. Killie captain Manuel Pascali was there on the night to host a signed football shirt auction and his appearance was much appreciated by organisers.

And this Saturday will see a memorial walk for Evan take place in Dean Castle Country Park. People are asked to meet at the gates at the top entrance to the park at 12.30pm. Face-painting will be available for children and Tickle Your Tastebuds eaterie will be kindly giving out crisps, drinks and lollies. Requested donations for the event are just £1 and all children should be accompanied by adults.

The following week, on Saturday, February 18, actor and singer Tom Urie, who plays ‘Big Boab’ on River City, will perform at the Broomhill Hotel as part of a fundraising night. There will also be a disco, a raffle, an auction and a buffet. Tickets are £8.

Sheree’s friend, Julie Smith, who has been instrumental in organising the events, said: “Sheree and her mum Eleanor cannot express enough how grateful they are for the support the family has received since Evan’s death. And I would also like to thank all the people and businesses, too many to mention by name, who have donated so generously.”

More information can be found on the ‘Support for Sheree McGill’ Facebook page.

The Kilmarnock Charts is run on Facebook and each week the track and associated video with the most ‘likes’ and views hits the top spot.